Ricotta Recipes

Remember when the only thing we knew to do with a tub of this tangy cheese was to cook up a batch of lasagna? Times have changed. Todayâ€™s nuanced, artisanal versions of ricotta lend a delicate flair to everything from potato salad to homemade ice cream.

Smear leftover part-skim ricotta on bread for a tasty summer sandwich. Nectarines, plums, and cherries also work in this combo.

Toast need not be boring: Adding part-skim ricotta cheese and a few tasty toppings transforms it into a simple, satisfying breakfast. Part-skim ricotta has significantly less sodium than cottage cheese, a common breakfast bite.

This deconstructed lasagna is not only healthful but quick to make. The noodles aren't baked under heavy layers of cheese and sauce -- just dressed with tomatoes, basil, and ricotta right after being boiled.